IndiGo and Indian airlines extend Saudi Arabia flight suspensions over security concerns

IndiGo has extended the suspension of its flights to Saudi Arabia, keeping services to Riyadh halted until 31 October as regional security concerns continue. The airline also confirmed that flights to Jeddah, Dammam and Madinah will remain suspended through 27 October.

Major Indian carriers are acting swiftly to ensure passenger safety and maintain strict operational oversight in response to security incidents at Riyadh airport and across the wider region. Air India, Air India Express and Akasa Air have all put temporary hold orders on their routes to Saudi Arabian destinations.

Flight suspension timelines and options

The table below details the current suspension schedules and relief options provided by major Indian airlines:

In a travel advisory issued on Friday, IndiGo said the safety and well-being of its customers and crew remain its highest priority. The airline noted that it is working closely with relevant aviation authorities and monitoring ground developments to evaluate when flights can safely resume.

IndiGo is directly notifying affected passengers using the contact details provided at the time of booking. The carrier advised all travellers heading to the region to check their flight status on its official portal before heading to the airport.

Akasa Air previously confirmed the extension of its flight suspensions to Riyadh and Jeddah through 27 October, citing the ongoing security environment in the Middle East. The airline is offering impacted customers the choice between a full refund and rebooking their journeys without additional charges.

Air India and Air India Express have similarly paused operations to Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam until 24 October. To minimize disruption for travellers, the state-linked carriers announced a one-time complimentary date change for passengers holding confirmed tickets issued on or before 15 October for travel scheduled between 9 October and 25 October.

Indian aviation authorities and airlines continue to review airport security assessments across Saudi Arabia to protect passengers and support seamless travel re-routing.